Latest "VA vaccines" stories

A vial of the Phase 3 Novavax coronavirus vaccine prepared for use in a trial at St. George's University hospital in London, Oct. 7, 2020. The Novavax COVID-19 vaccine that could soon win federal approval may offer a boost for the U.S. military: an opportunity to get shots into some of the thousands of service members who have refused the vaccine for religious reasons. (Alastair Grant/AP)

Surgeon general urges vets to get updated COVID vaccine now

Aging and infirm veterans are particularly vulnerable to complications from the virus, officials warn.

By Leo Shane III

6 months ago

VA pauses punishment for non-medical staff still unvaccinated against COVID

Staffers in non-medical posts will not face firings while a court battle over the vaccine mandate is pending.

By Leo Shane III

17 months ago

VA has the second-worst COVID vaccination rate among all federal agencies

More than 50,000 VA staffers have yet to get vaccinated against the virus.

By Leo Shane III

19 months ago

VA tops 15,000 COVID deaths since the start of the pandemic

More than 2,200 of those deaths have comes since July 1.

By Leo Shane III

20 months ago

VA staff have a few days left to get COVID vaccines or get fired

Tens of thousands of staffers either have not started the vaccine regiment yet or have not filed paperwork showing their vaccine status.

By Leo Shane III

21 months ago

Masks again required at VA facilities as department considers vaccine mandate for all staff

Both vaccinated and unvaccinated staff will be required to wear masks indoors, in line with new CDC guidance.

By Leo Shane III

23 months ago

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